Parents/Guardians,
We are so extremely glad and honored that you would consider allowing us to be involved in the spiritual nurture of your children. Helping young people understand how much God loves them is a great privilege. You will find all the information you need, about all the ministries available to your children, through this website and the websites of the four camps within the Holston Conference. We are anxious to serve you well, so please let us know if you have any questions or suggestions.
We are so extremely glad and honored that you would consider allowing us to be involved in the spiritual nurture of your children. Helping young people understand how much God loves them is a great privilege. You will find all the information you need, about all the ministries available to your children, through this website and the websites of the four camps within the Holston Conference. We are anxious to serve you well, so please let us know if you have any questions or suggestions.
Why Summer Camp?
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Summer camp provides a unique developmental opportunity for young people. Away from their regular routine, and removed from the distractions of everyday life, campers are presented with wonderful opportunities to learn and grow. Under the careful supervision of trained staff, campers become part of an intentional community centered on positive Christian values. Campers gain new insights into who they are and how they relate to others. Research shows that children who attend camp also become more independent, grow in self-confidence, and build important social skills.
Focus on Faith
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While Camp Dickenson is a place filled with fun and friendship, it is also a place with an important purpose…helping kids grow in faith. Our program builds on the opportunities created by the wonder of God’s creation found in nature and the camper’s distance from the distractions of day-to-day life. Through daily spiritual formation activities, campers are challenged and inspired to explore and grow in faith. From powerful high energy worship to quiet reflective prayer and bible study, opportunities abound for campers to grow closer to God. Pastors serve as Ministers in Residence each week to share in the Christian journey with campers and staff. At Camp Dickenson every activity teaches faith. From climbing the Rock Wall and Ziplining to small group activities, faith is nurtured in all we do.
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Outstanding Staff
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While Camp Dickenson has a great setting and many wonderful programs, our greatest strength is our staff. We recruit throughout the country, looking for Christian men and women to serve as role models, friends, and mentors to our campers. Each member of our staff has been carefully selected through interviews and background checks, and each takes part in an extensive training program prior to camp. Throughout the summer, all staff take part in ongoing training and are provided feedback, coaching, and support. Our staff care deeply about their faith, love working with kids, and have an infectious enthusiasm for life. They are focused on the needs of campers and are committed to helping each and every child get the most out of camp.
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Small Group Faith Building
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At Camp Dickenson, it is our goal to make sure each and every summer camper feels welcome and accepted as a member of the camp's Christian community. We assign campers to small, coed groups that become their faith family for the week. Each group is led by at least two counselors who focus on helping the group build positive, faith filled relationships. Each camper has an opportunity every day to choose their own adventures by picking which activities they wish to participate in. Each day campers will gather in their small groups for Bible study, devotions, and discussions about their experiences of the day. |
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Commitment to Health and Safety
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The health and safety of every camper is our top priority. We carefully design and conduct all of our programs with safety in mind. From our pool to our archery range to our adventure activities, we work hard to ensure campers have a fun, yet safe experience. To keep our camp community healthy, we also have a trained health care professional on site 24 hours each day.